1974 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1995 Renault Espace
To start off, 1995 Renault Espace is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Renault Espace. (103 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 18 kg more than 1995 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Espace. (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Pontiac Firebird | 1995 Renault Espace | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Firebird | Espace |
Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |